Hymn to the Flag

Hino da Bandeira

The Brazilian "Hymn to the Flag (Hino da Bandeira)" is not the same as the national
anthem. Here it is, along with my best cut at a line-by-line translation. The music is
by Francisco Braga (1868-1945); words by Olavo Bilac (1865-1918).

May the star-scattered banner flown by thee,
Brazil, become the symbol of eternal love,
And may the green-gold flag proclaim always
- Peace in the future and glory in the past -

Joseph McMillan, 6 May 2003

This is a good example of a song in which a particular flag is
explicitly described or at least referred to. Even if the song is not
fully dedicated to the flag, it might be considered of high
vexillological value.Ivan Sache, 7 May 2003